Use Networking to Grow Your Business
In business, it’s not just about your products or what you are capable of doing. Who you know is also important for both your personal advancement and business development.
Do you also know that each connection you have, either offline or online, is connected to a hundred other professionals? This means that having connections gives you opportunities to drive your business forward.
The primary reason why people network is to get referrals. But networking is more than that. It is a powerful tool in growing your business. Not only can it help expand your business, but it can improve it as well.
Among the many benefits networking can bring are:
- Gaining access to professionals in every business type
- Converting strangers into clients or colleagues
- Attaining new clients that tell others about your business
- Increasing confidence and friendships
- Skills development
- Satisfaction from helping others
- Gaining more knowledge and information
- Expanding opportunities
Master the Art of Networking
Networking doesn’t have to be tough or feel awkward. Here are some essential networking tips that can lead your business to growth.
1. Know the person you are targeting
You don’t necessarily have to network to every single person you meet. Ideally, be clear about the type of people you are engaging with and how they could be beneficial to you or your business. When you network, try to focus on meeting at least five quality contacts.
2. Create a good first impression
Even in networking, first impressions matter. Ensure that you make a memorable first impression as this increases your chance of getting more referrals or gaining better business transactions.
3. Pay full attention
In networking events, we usually see people chatting to someone while their eyes roam the room to find the next person or group to speak to. It’s not really a good move as it sends a message to the person you are talking to that they aren’t very important. So in meeting people and speaking to someone, give your full attention, communicate and engage with them. And don’t forget to work their name into the conversation.
4. Be more interested than interesting
We tend to remember people who actually listen and are interested in what we shared to them. When it comes to networking, it’s not all about what you’re looking for. Try to focus on listening first. Listen to what the other person has to say to know what they need or who they’re looking to work with. Effective listening is always a good start. It’s a way to establish a quality connection with a person.
5. Share your personality
Those engaging personal stories are usually more interesting than hearing purely business talk. It’s more memorable and can even lead to better discussions. For instance, if someone makes a comment on your clothing, feel free to share a brief interesting story about yourself, instead of just replying with “thank you.” This shows your personal side that helps make the networking mood much lighter.
6. Build a reputation
Most people build relationships with people whom they see as being valuable. When people see you as helpful or talented or someone they can trust, they’ll be more inclined to stay in touch with you. Build your reputation by delivering what you promised to do for others.
7. Follow up
After meeting someone at an event, conference or over coffee, send a quick note later in the day or a day after while it’s still fresh in your mind. It shows that you value your network connections. It pays to stay connected.
8. Get visible
Networking is much easier with all the resources and ways we have to meet people. Go outside and meet people in person. Reach out for people directly; attend conferences, events, workshops, parties, etc.; and take part in community fairs and alumni associations, or anywhere else you have an interested audience.
Also, don’t forget online opportunities such Twitter and LinkedIn groups, meetup.com, Quora, etc. They’re valuable for you to connect and network with influencers who can help grow your business.
So whether you are a start-up entrepreneur or an established business owner, give these networking tips a try. You’ll see a difference in how people respond to you and how networking can prove to be powerful in the growth of your business.
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